Who are you choosing for?

Student building up their first stash

You want to fill the biscuit tin without buying more waffles than you can get through. Compare the number of waffles with the pack weight to get an idea of how much you’ll have.

Housemate sharing the biscuit tin

You’re looking for enough syrup waffles to enjoy with housemates over a cup of tea or coffee. As well as checking the quantity, take a look at the storage advice on the pack.

Shopper who needs to check allergens

The name ‘syrup waffle’ doesn’t tell you which allergens a particular product contains. Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings on the current label.

What should you look for?

First decide whether you’re buying a pack for yourself or for your housemates. Then check the storage advice and, if allergens are relevant, the label on the exact product.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
A manageable first stash Check the number of waffles and the pack weight; the same number of waffles doesn’t necessarily mean the same weight. If you live alone, you’ll want a pack you can get through without building up a large stash. For around 34% of consumers, keeping that first stash manageable is the priority.
Sharing and storage Check the quantity, best-before date and storage advice on the pack. If you share a biscuit tin, you’ll want enough waffles for your housemates and somewhere suitable to store the pack. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers.
Allergens Read the ingredients, listed allergens and any warnings on the exact pack. If you need to take an allergy or intolerance into account, you’ll need to know before buying whether this particular product is suitable. Around 33% of consumers prioritise checking the label.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming regular syrup waffles are suitable for every allergy

    Product pages from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS list ingredients including wheat, milk and soya for some regular syrup waffles. Another pack may have different ingredients or warnings.

    Before buying, check the current label on the exact product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label.

  • Choosing a large pack without checking how to store it

    A larger pack is most practical if you can get through its contents and store it as directed on the packaging. Jumbo advises keeping the syrup waffles covered in a cool, dry place; PLUS advises storing its wrapped pack in a dry, dark place.

    Check the best-before date and follow the storage advice on the pack you buy.

    A pack you can’t finish in time or store as directed on the packaging could lead to food waste.

  • Relying on online product information alone

    Ingredients and other product details can change. Information for one pack of syrup waffles may not apply to another variety.

    Use product pages to compare packs, but check the physical label when you buy if the ingredients matter to your choice.

Brands and supermarket ranges compared

Daelmans

For anyone looking for a bag with a clearly stated number of syrup waffles: PLUS lists a Daelmans pack containing 10.

  • The number of waffles helps you estimate how much you’ll have if you’re buying for one person.
  • Check the current pack for allergen information; the product details reviewed list ingredients including wheat, soya and milk.

Albert Heijn

The AH Syrup Waffles pack reviewed contains 8 waffles and weighs 310 g.

  • This size gives you a useful comparison with larger packs if you live alone.
  • The product information lists milk, soya, lactose and wheat; check the current label if these ingredients are relevant to you.

Jumbo

The Jumbo Butter Syrup Waffles pack reviewed weighs 468 g and lists 12 servings.

  • The quantity is worth considering if several housemates use the biscuit tin.
  • Jumbo advises storing the waffles in a cool, dry place and lists ingredients including gluten, milk, soya and wheat.

Lidl / Sondey

Lidl lists Sondey Butter Syrup Waffles in a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.

  • The stated number of waffles and pack weight make it easy to gauge the size for a shared stash.
  • Check the label in store for the ingredients, allergen and nutritional information.

ALDI

The ALDI Syrup Waffles pack reviewed contains 12 waffles and weighs 378 g.

  • The number of waffles helps when choosing a pack for a shared biscuit tin.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack in store.

PLUS

PLUS lists its own wrapped syrup waffles in a 480 g pack, as well as a Daelmans bag containing 10.

  • The two sizes listed give you a starting point for comparing a smaller pack with a shared stash.
  • According to the product information, the PLUS wrapped pack should be stored in a dry, dark place; also check the current label for allergen information.

Syrup waffles for a smaller stash

These Kanjers packs contain eight or ten syrup waffles. See which quantity suits you if you’re building up a first stash for yourself or want to share the waffles; for a shared biscuit tin, decide whether that amount will be enough.

Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 waffles

Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 waffles

A pack of 8 to help you keep your first stash manageable. Check the current label if allergens or storage advice are important to your choice.

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Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 waffles

Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 waffles

A pack of 10 if you want to keep your stash to a set amount or share the waffles. Check the pack weight to compare the quantity with other packs, and read the label if allergens are relevant to you.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I choose a small pack or a family pack for my student room?

A smaller pack is a good fit if you’re eating on your own and want to keep your stash limited; for a shared biscuit tin, a pack with more waffles may be more practical. Compare the number of waffles and the weight, and check that you can store the pack as directed.

How should I store a large pack of syrup waffles?

Follow the storage advice on the exact pack. Jumbo advises storing the pack reviewed in a cool, dry place, while PLUS says its wrapped pack should be kept in a dry, dark place. Also check the best-before date and any instructions for storing an opened pack.

Are regular syrup waffles suitable if someone in the house has an allergy?

You can only tell whether they’re suitable by checking the current label on the exact product. Product pages reviewed from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS list ingredients including wheat, milk and soya for some regular syrup waffles. Check the packaging for any warnings, too.

Can I rely on a product page for ingredient and allergen information?

Use the product page to help you prepare, but read the label on the pack you buy if the ingredients matter. Ingredients and product information can change; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label.